Vulnerability identifier: #VU11913
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 4.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-264
Exploitation vector: Local
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Oracle Solaris
Operating systems & Components /
Operating system
Vendor: Oracle
Description
The vulnerability allows a local attacker to cause DoS condition on the target system.
The weakness exists in the Solaris Kernel component due to improper security restrictions. A local attacker can cause the service to crash.
Mitigation
Install update from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Oracle Solaris: 11 - 11.3
External links
http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/security-advisory/cpuapr2018-3678067.html
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.